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As an international student at MC, the U.S. health care and insurance system may be new to you. The informational resources and videos on this page should help you as begin to navigate health care at Maryville College and in the U.S.
Free Mental Telehealth
We know that adjusting to a new place can be challenging. Maryville College gives enrolled students – residential and commuters – access to FREE 24/7 mental telehealth care, with no cost at the time of visit. Students are able to talk to licensed mental health providers from their smartphone or any web-enabled device. This service is not based on having a phone line but takes place via video chat througha web browser. Licensed providers are available to diagnose non-emergent medical conditions, prescribe medications and offer mental health support and wellness coaching via phone or secure video visits. There are options to speak with a therapist in a variety of languages.
**Effective Aug. 1, teletherapy at MC will be provided by UWill, a mental health and wellness provider focused on college students. Uwill offers students free immediate access to teletherapy, a direct crisis connection, and wellness programming through its online platform. Students should watch their campus email for more information - more information will be posted here as we hav it!
Free On-Campus Counseling Center
Maryville College wants every student to be successful in their journey to get their degree. As part of that path, students may feel they need additional support to deal with issues that may occur in their lives. The Counseling Center is dedicated in providing counseling services for students who need additional guidance in dealing with life transitions while attending college. Our goal is to provide you with a safe environment to discuss any difficulties and concerns you may have during this time. In addition to therapy and psychoeducation, our staff is available in crisis situations when needed. All services are confidential and free to students. Counseling services are provided by a licensed professional or a graduate student in training who is carefully supervised by a licensed clinical supervisor.
Affordable Medical Care
MC is pleased to announce a partnership with River Valley Health to provide healthcare and wellness services to students. River Valley Health (RVH) will offer both in-person (close to campus) and virtual services, as well as same-day and scheduled appointments. First appointments will always be in person, follow-up can be virtual or by phone. Stay tuned for details.
This system is considered IN-NETWORK with the MC International Student Insurance plan for all emergency and urgent medical care needs.
For EXCLUSIONS for the policy, this provider also has different scales of pricing for students.
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm [not 24/7]
https://www.maryvillecollege.edu/campus-life/student-services/student-development-services/health/
International Student Health Insurance Policy
If you are a Maryville College student, you will be required to carry medical health insurance for the full duration of your program, including summers. Maryville College provides students and dependents with mandatory health insurance. Please pay attention to the following rules to determine what applies to you:
J-1 students or dependents sponsored by Maryville College or IREX may not opt out of our insurance plan.
ISEP, and World Learning students, since you have a different J-visa sponsor, you will need to have their insurance. StudyUSA you need to have insurance approved through British Council.
F-1 (or other visa-type) students may may not opt out of our insurance plan. If you believe you need ADDITIONAL insurance to what is offered, please reach out to the CGE to get some options.
We are not able to offer insurance to students in other visa statuses.
Cost & Coverage Dates (2025-26)
Fall: August 10, 2025 – January 9, 2026 $400 (new student rate)
Spring: January 10, 2026 – August 9, 2026 $525
***note: students who are 25 – 49 are subject to higher insurance prices.
We will enroll all J-1 (as per conditions above) and all F-1 students in this policy AUTOMATICALLY. You will pay for it upon arrival, and it will be valid from the dates above. You can ACCESS YOUR STUDENT ZONE HERE
All students should, however, consider one’s own health condition, talk with one’s physician, and ensure that one has adequate coverage to meet one’s personal needs that may not be met by the Maryville College Health Insurance. **this is very important for students who may have pre-existing health issues, chronic illnesses, or want preventative care in the USA.
Currently enrolled Students - Health Insurance Information
PLEASE NOTE: The Maryville College international student insurance plan changes as of January 9, 2024. Any illnesses or injuries that occurred before the new plan is effective will be considered pre-existing and therefore won't be covered during the first 12 months on the new plan. This plan does NOT include preventative care like annual checkups. The expectation is that you will do that in your home country.
Please REVIEW: New Benefit Information for 2024
Benefit Highlights
$45 deductible per injury/illness (in-network)
$350 ER deductible per injury/illness (in-network)
80% coverage per injury/illness (in-network) for first $25,000, then 100%
50% discount on prescriptions
Up to 30 mental health visits (off campus)
Up to $250 dental treatment due to accident. Up to $100 emergency dental due to acute onset of pain.
12 month waiting period for pre-existing conditions
$250,000 emergency medical evacuation
$25,000 repatriation of remains
Up to $1000 emergency reunion
Sports: up to $3,000 for intercollegiate, intramural, interscholastic, club sports.
For more detailed information about your insurance plan, including full policy conditions and exclusions, a copy of your insurance ID card and useful information about your insurance plan, please visit: https://administrators.internationalstudentinsurance.com/zones/maryville-collegestudent-zone/
Before you get sick or need medical care, please be sure to:
Review all information in the Student Zone
Make sure you understand how to seek treatment
Make sure you understand what to do after you are seen by a doctor and how to make claims
Make sure you understand what is covered and what is not covered. Learn more about exclusions on the above linked benefit information.
Review the Health & Safety presentation linked below under Additional Health & Safety Information
Carry a copy of your insurance document with you at all times. Take a screenshot or picture of it and keep it on your phone.
If you have questions – please do not be nervous about that. Come to International House and ask questions.
Immunizations
Maryville College requires proof of the following immunizations prior to enrollment:
Required Immunizations
Measles, Mumps, Rubella & Chicken Pox
Recommended Vaccines
Meningitis and Hepatitis B
Questions? email them to the Admissions Office at admissions@maryvillecollege.edu
New Students - All vaccine documentation will be completed in your MVP Portal as part of your enrollment checklist.. Students who are unable to get vaccinations prior to arrival may get these vaccinations within the first few days of arrival. However, please note that international student insurance does not cover immunizations or vaccinations.
Additional Health and Safety Information
Please be sure to review these two items from International Student Orientation
Additional Resources
What International Students Should Know about Health Insurance In the US (US News)
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